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Avoiding a firestorm in your bedroom: The Fibreglass Mattress Fiasco

Avoiding a firestorm in your bedroom: The Fibreglass Mattress Fiasco Summary • Fibreglass is fibres made of glass and used in mattresses because it is an effective insulator that can be flexibly worn into fabric.• Fibreglass ...
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Buying a Bed, Sleep Guide

Best Mattresses in New Zealand in 2026

Best Mattresses in New Zealand in 2026 Summary   Sanctuary Mattress: Sleepyhead’s top-tier luxury mattress, endorsed by the New Zealand Chiropractors’ Association, features advanced Sensorzone3DX technology and OptiTemp for optimal comfort and temperature regulation. Chiropractic Mattress: Endorsed for ...
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Best Bed Bases in New Zealand 2026

Best Bed Bases in New Zealand 2026 Summary   Bed bases have evolved since 3000 BC and play a crucial role in supporting mattresses by improving airflow and preventing sagging and mould. Various types are available to ...
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Best Mattress Protectors in New Zealand

Best Mattress Protectors in New Zealand Summary   There is a range of quality mattress protectors available, it is important to select one based on specific protection needs, such as waterproof options for spill protection or non-waterproof ...
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Are Adjustable Beds Worth It?

Adjustable beds are become more and more popular in New Zealand.  Adjustable beds have health and lifestyle benefits that make them well worth investing in. 
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Technology that helps mattress temperature control

There’s nothing worse than waking up in the middle of the night all sweaty then having to wrestle with the blankets in a bid to escape what feels like a furnace. Being too hot in ...
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Too cold or too hot in bed?

Too cold or too hot in bed summary • Overheating is a common sleep issue because your body quickly warms the foam layers beneath you, leading to restlessness, while a partner may feel cold at the ...
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Buying a Bed, Sleep Guide

When should I replace my bed?

When should I replace my bed Summary: • It's recommended to replace a bed every 8 to 10 years• Over time, mattresses pick up spills, stains and general grime from everyday use, so it's suggested you ...
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Buying a Bed, Sleep Guide

7 Ways To Create A Bedroom Office

When New Zealand was thrown into the first lockdown in March 2020, one thing became very obvious for most of us - working at the kitchen table for a long period of time wasn’t sustainable.  And ...
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Buying a Bed

How to buy a new mattress

Choosing a new mattress is an important decision, though it’s often difficult knowing where to start and what’s right for you. To help make the shopping experience a little easier, follow the below useful tips ...
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Buying a Bed

Best Bedroom Tips for Uni Students

Best Bedroom Tips for Uni Students Summary • For on-campus accommodation, furniture is usually provided, so the main purchase to prioritise is a mattress protector, plus bedding sized for a single or king single.• If the ...
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Buying a Bed

Shopping for a guest bed

The holiday season can translate into a groundswell of relatives and friends who descend upon your home and need a bed for the night…or three! Often the quick solution is to hurriedly borrow an airbed ...
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Buying a Bed

How To Transport A Mattress

How To Transport A Mattress Summary: • Don’t do the “mattress on the roof” move. Mattresses can easily get soaked, damaged, or even fly into traffic, it’s a safety risk and a fast track to ruining ...
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Buying a Bed, Sleep Guide

30 Awesome Hacks To Recycle Your Old Bedding

30 Awesome Hacks To Recycle Your Old Bedding Summary • Start with the best option: reuse as-is. If bedding is still in decent condition, pass it on, donate, or re-home it so it stays in circulation ...
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Buying a Bed

Love Your Planet

Here at Sleepyhead, we care as much about the environment as we do about sleep. We started our journey towards a sustainable future by launching Project Zero. As part of this project, we have made ...
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Buying a Bed

How to best test a bed in store

Searching for the perfect mattress is well worth the effort – it is a big investment in both time and money, but with 1/3 of your life spent in bed, making sure you get the ...
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Buying a Bed

Why is a new bed important?

A great sleep can completely transform the way you look and feel – physically, mentally and spiritually. An extra hour or two of sound, peaceful sleep will have a dramatic impact on your life regenerating ...
read more
Buying a Bed

What’s the best mattress size for me?

What is the best mattress size for me summary: • Quality sleep is essential for well-being, and the right mattress significantly impacts sleep quality; it should fit personal needs and avoid disturbances. • Considerations for selecting mattress size include ...
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Is a spring mattress or foam mattress better for me?

Is a spring mattress or foam mattress better for me summary: • Spring Mattress Benefits: Spring mattresses offer durable support with pocket springs and advanced systems ensuring superior body contouring, support, and reduced partner disturbance. They also ...
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Is a firm or soft mattress better for me?

Is a firm or soft mattress better for me summary   Personal preference is key when choosing between firm and soft mattresses; there’s no universally perfect option. Consider body type and sleeping position when selecting a mattress; different ...
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What size mattress should I buy?

A deep, restorative night’s sleep is becoming more and more necessary for our busy lives, but is becoming harder to achieve. For those who like a lot of space in bed or who share a ...
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What makes Sleepyhead mattresses superior?

Sleepyhead is responsible for multiple world-first technological innovations in the bedding industry. We combine leading edge innovation and expertise in our world-class operating process, to produce the highest quality mattresses and beds, right here in ...
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The best bed for hot sleepers

The Best Bed for Hot Sleepers Summary   Mattress materials and construction can strongly influence whether you sleep hot or cold, even if you already have good sheets, blankets and pillows. Hot sleeping varies by person and situation ...
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How to measure your bedroom for a bed

Get the best Sleepyhead bed experience by making sure your new bed is the right size to fit comfortably in your bedroom and lifestyle. Whether you have a single bed, double bed or a king ...
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Best Bedroom Tips for Uni Students
Buying a Bed
Best Bedroom Tips for Uni Students
Best Bedroom Tips for Uni Students Summary • For on-campus accommodation, furniture is usually provided, so the main purchase to prioritise is a mattress protector, plus bedding sized for a single or king single.• If the ...
Read more
Shopping for a guest bed
Buying a Bed
Shopping for a guest bed
The holiday season can translate into a groundswell of relatives and friends who descend upon your home and need a bed for the night…or three! Often the quick solution is to hurriedly borrow an airbed ...
Read more
How To Transport A Mattress
Buying a Bed
How To Transport A Mattress
How To Transport A Mattress Summary: • Don’t do the “mattress on the roof” move. Mattresses can easily get soaked, damaged, or even fly into traffic, it’s a safety risk and a fast track to ruining ...
Read more
30 Awesome Hacks To Recycle Your Old Bedding
Buying a Bed, Sleep Guide
30 Awesome Hacks To Recycle Your Old Bedding
30 Awesome Hacks To Recycle Your Old Bedding Summary • Start with the best option: reuse as-is. If bedding is still in decent condition, pass it on, donate, or re-home it so it stays in circulation ...
Read more
Love Your Planet
Buying a Bed
Love Your Planet
Here at Sleepyhead, we care as much about the environment as we do about sleep. We started our journey towards a sustainable future by launching Project Zero. As part of this project, we have made ...
Read more
How to best test a bed in store
Buying a Bed
How to best test a bed in store
Searching for the perfect mattress is well worth the effort – it is a big investment in both time and money, but with 1/3 of your life spent in bed, making sure you get the ...
Read more
Why is a new bed important?
Buying a Bed
Why is a new bed important?
A great sleep can completely transform the way you look and feel – physically, mentally and spiritually. An extra hour or two of sound, peaceful sleep will have a dramatic impact on your life regenerating ...
Read more
What’s the best mattress size for me?
Buying a Bed
What’s the best mattress size for me?
What is the best mattress size for me summary: • Quality sleep is essential for well-being, and the right mattress significantly impacts sleep quality; it should fit personal needs and avoid disturbances. • Considerations for selecting mattress size include ...
Read more
Is a spring mattress or foam mattress better for me?
Buying a Bed
Is a spring mattress or foam mattress better for me?
Is a spring mattress or foam mattress better for me summary: • Spring Mattress Benefits: Spring mattresses offer durable support with pocket springs and advanced systems ensuring superior body contouring, support, and reduced partner disturbance. They also ...
Read more
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